The IRGC's new air defense system intercepts advanced American drones According to reports, the images show the interception and destruction of American MQ-1 and MQ-9 drones over the Strait of Hormuz, including an MQ-1 intercepted at dawn on Thursday, October 28, east of the strait and off the coast of Sirik. The UAVs are described as major American reconnaissance and combat platforms equipped with advanced surveillance systems, thermal cameras, satellite communications and long-duration flight capabilities. According to the IRGC's public relations department, the MQ-1 destruction brings the reported number of MQ-1 and MQ-9 UAVs destroyed by the IRGC's new air defense system to 68, including 54 MQ-9s and 14 MQ-1s. The IRGC says the system operates as part of Iran's integrated air defense network and is capable of detecting, tracking and engaging advanced aerial targets under real combat conditions. The statement also commemorates the late Lt. Gen. Haj Mohammad Fakpour and highlights his reported role in efforts to strengthen Iran's defensive capabilities, develop new equipment and increase the combat readiness of the Revolutionary Guards.

The IRGC's new air defense system intercepts advanced American drones According to reports, the images show the interception and destruction of American MQ-1 and MQ-9 drones over the Strait of Hormuz, including an MQ-1 intercepted at dawn on Thursday, October 28, east of the strait and off the coast of Sirik. The UAVs are described as major American reconnaissance and combat platforms equipped with advanced surveillance systems, thermal cameras, satellite communications and long-duration flight capabilities. According to the IRGC's public relations department, the MQ-1 destruction brings the reported number of MQ-1 and MQ-9 UAVs destroyed by the IRGC's new air defense system to 68, including 54 MQ-9s and 14 MQ-1s. The IRGC says the system operates as part of Iran's integrated air defense network and is capable of detecting, tracking and engaging advanced aerial targets under real combat conditions. The statement also commemorates the late Lt. Gen. Haj Mohammad Fakpour and highlights his reported role in efforts to strengthen Iran's defensive capabilities, develop new equipment and increase the combat readiness of the Revolutionary Guards.